Derwent Park - Lutana
Statistical Area - sa2

Population growth drivers in Derwent Park - Lutana are strong compared to national averages based on AreaSearch's ranking of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Derwent Park - Lutana's population was 4,665 as of Nov 2025, reflecting a decrease of 44 people since the 2021 Census which reported 4,709 people. This change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 4,637 in June 2024 and additional 36 validated new addresses since the Census date. The population density was 948 persons per square kilometer, similar to averages seen across locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration contributed approximately 66.7% of overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022.

For areas not covered, Tasmania State Government's Regional/LGA projections released in 2022 with a base year of 2021 are adopted and adjusted using weighted aggregation method from LGA to SA2 levels. Based on projected demographic shifts, the area is expected to increase by 408 persons to 2041, an increase of 8.0% over the 17 years.

The level of residential development activity in Derwent Park - Lutana is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Derwent Park - Lutana has recorded approximately seven residential properties granted approval per year over the past five financial years, totalling 37 homes. As of FY26, one approval has been recorded. On average, 0.2 people have moved to the area for each dwelling built annually between FY21 and FY25, indicating that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand, providing ample buyer choice and potential for population growth beyond forecasts. The average construction value of new homes is $186,000, below the regional average, suggesting more affordable housing options.

This financial year has seen $9.5 million in commercial approvals, demonstrating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to Greater Hobart, Derwent Park - Lutana records significantly lower building activity, at 65.0% below the regional average per person, which typically reinforces demand and pricing for existing dwellings. Recent development has been exclusively detached dwellings, preserving the area's low density nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. The estimated population count per dwelling approval is 912 people, reflecting its quiet development environment. Population forecasts indicate Derwent Park - Lutana will gain 375 residents by 2041.

At current development rates, housing supply may struggle to match population growth, potentially increasing buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Derwent Park - Lutana has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 6thth percentile nationally

The performance of an area is significantly influenced by changes in local infrastructure, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 17 such projects that could impact the area. Notable projects include the Museum of Old and New Art (MONA) Expansion, Royal Hobart Showgrounds Redevelopment (Wilkinsons Point Precinct), Hobart City High School redevelopment, and Wilkinsons Point Precinct. The following list details those likely to be most relevant.

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Employment drivers in Derwent Park - Lutana are experiencing difficulties, placing it among the bottom 20% of areas assessed across Australia

Derwent Park - Lutana has an educated workforce with significant representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 7.5% as of June 2021.

Employment stability has been relative over the past year. As of June 2025, 2,293 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 3.4% higher than Greater Hobart's rate of 4.1%. Workforce participation is similar to Greater Hobart's 61.6%. Key industries of employment include health care & social assistance, accommodation & food, and retail trade.

The area has a notable concentration in accommodation & food with employment levels at 1.4 times the regional average. Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 4.2% compared to the regional average of 6.6%. There are 1.3 workers for every resident, indicating it functions as an employment hub attracting workers from surrounding areas. Between June 2024 and June 2025, the labour force decreased by 1.6%, with employment decreasing by 0.5%, causing unemployment to fall by 1.1 percentage points. By comparison, Greater Hobart recorded employment decline of 1.5% during the same period. National employment forecasts from Jobs and Skills Australia, released in May 2025, project national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Derwent Park - Lutana's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 6.4% over five years and 13.4% over ten years.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

Derwent Park - Lutana had a median income among taxpayers of $48,379 in financial year 2022. The average income was $53,298 during this period. Both figures are below the national averages of $51,272 and $63,777 for Greater Hobart respectively. By September 2025, estimated median and average incomes would be approximately $55,070 and $60,669 based on a Wage Price Index growth of 13.83% since financial year 2022. According to the 2021 Census figures, household, family, and personal incomes in Derwent Park - Lutana fall between the 20th and 25th percentiles nationally. Income distribution data shows that 31.0% of the population (1,446 individuals) have incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999, reflecting patterns seen at regional levels where 32.2% similarly occupy this income range. Housing affordability pressures are severe in Derwent Park - Lutana, with only 82.7% of income remaining after housing costs, ranking at the 20th percentile nationally.

Derwent Park - Lutana is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

Derwent Park - Lutana's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 88.4% houses and 11.6% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). In comparison, Hobart metro had 83.1% houses and 17.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Derwent Park - Lutana was at 28.4%, with mortgaged dwellings at 30.5% and rented ones at 41.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,300, aligning with Hobart metro's average, while the median weekly rent was $325, compared to Hobart metro's $320. Nationally, Derwent Park - Lutana's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Derwent Park - Lutana features high concentrations of group households and lone person households, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 63.4% of all households, including 20.6% couples with children, 23.8% couples without children, and 17.1% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 36.6%, with lone person households at 31.2% and group households comprising 5.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.4 people, aligning with the Greater Hobart average.

Derwent Park - Lutana faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's educational profile is notable regionally, with university qualification rates at 29.4% of residents aged 15+, surpassing the SA3 area average of 23.3% and that of TAS (25.5%). Bachelor degrees are most prevalent at 17.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (10.5%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 31.4% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials – advanced diplomas (7.7%) and certificates (23.7%).

Educational participation is high, at 30.3%, including 10.0% in primary education, 6.3% in secondary education, and 5.5% pursuing tertiary education. The area has three schools with a combined enrollment of 318 students. It includes two primary schools and one K-12 school. Local school capacity is limited at 6.8 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 14.6, leading many families to travel for schooling. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to parent campus.

Transport servicing is high compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Derwent Park - Lutana has 61 active public transport stops operating within its boundaries. These stops serve a mix of bus routes, totaling 85 individual routes that facilitate 9,421 weekly passenger trips combined. The area's transport accessibility is rated excellent, with residents on average located just 122 meters from the nearest transport stop.

Service frequency across all routes averages 1,345 trips per day, translating to approximately 154 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Derwent Park - Lutana is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across the board, though to a slightly higher degree among older age cohorts

Derwent Park - Lutana faces significant health challenges with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across all age groups, but particularly among older cohorts. The rate of private health cover in the area is very low at approximately 47% (2,178 people), compared to the national average of 55.3%.

Mental health issues and arthritis are the most common medical conditions, affecting 11.7% and 8.9% of residents respectively. However, 64.0% of residents report having no medical ailments, similar to the Greater Hobart average of 63.7%. The area has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over at 17.7%, with a total of 826 people in this age group. Health outcomes among seniors require more attention than those of the broader population.

Derwent Park - Lutana was found to be more culturally diverse than the vast majority of local markets in Australia, upon assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Derwent Park-Lutana had a higher cultural diversity than most local areas, with 24.8% of its population born overseas and 21.3% speaking languages other than English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion in Derwent Park-Lutana, accounting for 34.1%. Hinduism was notably overrepresented at 7.0%, compared to 5.8% across Greater Hobart.

The top three ancestry groups were English (28.4%), Australian (27.3%), and Other (11.5%). Significant differences existed in the representation of certain ethnic groups: Indian (3.3% vs regional 1.9%), Australian Aboriginal (4.2% vs 4.0%), and Polish (0.8% vs 0.8%).

Derwent Park - Lutana's population is younger than the national pattern

Derwent Park - Lutana's median age is 35, lower than Greater Hobart's 39 and Australia's 38. The 25-34 age group comprises 21.8%, higher than Greater Hobart but below the national average of 14.5%. The 15-24 cohort stands at 8.8%. Between 2021 and present, the 35-44 age group increased from 13.6% to 16.4%, while the 25-34 group rose from 20.8% to 21.8%. Conversely, the 15-24 cohort decreased from 10.7% to 8.8%, and the 5-14 group fell from 11.7% to 9.8%. By 2041, projections indicate significant shifts: the 45-54 group is expected to grow by 63%, reaching 733 from 450, while both 65-74 and 25-34 age groups are projected to decrease in size.